Six-foot-tall bird spotted roaming Owings and Chesapeake Beach while animal control works to bring her home
PRINCE FREDERICK, MD — A 6-foot-tall runaway emu has turned into one of Calvert County’s most unusual missing animals after wandering away from home and showing up in neighborhoods across the northern part of the county.
The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office said Bonnie, an approximately 200-pound emu, has recently been spotted in the Owings and Chesapeake Beach areas.
Animal Control officers are working to safely capture Bonnie and return her home.
Officials are urging residents not to approach, chase or attempt to capture the bird.
While Bonnie may appear calm, authorities warned that emus can deliver powerful kicks capable of causing serious injuries.
If Bonnie enters a fenced backyard or another enclosed area, Animal Control officers said they will attempt to safely contain her using temporary fencing before transporting her home.
Drivers are also urged to use caution if Bonnie is seen near roadways, and pet owners are encouraged to keep dogs and other animals away from the emu.
Anyone who spots Bonnie is asked to contact Calvert County Animal Control immediately at 410-535-1600 ext. 2526 with her location.
Officials also asked the public to give responding personnel enough space to safely recover the bird without causing it to flee.
Key Points
- Bonnie, a 6-foot-tall emu, is roaming northern Calvert County.
- The bird has recently been spotted in the Owings and Chesapeake Beach areas.
- Residents are asked not to approach Bonnie and to report sightings to Animal Control.
